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Giraffe English Nanjing is looking for full time teachers to teach young learners aged 3-12 years old. Our teachers are responsible for planning, teaching the lessons, assessing students' performance and progress, and delivering the curriculum with creativity, energy and enthusiasm to ensure that lessons are fun and effective. Classes are kept small with not more than 10 students.  We offer a market competitive salary (13,000RMB - 16,000RMB) plus legal work visa, travel allowance, housing allowance, renewal bonus, other welfare and seasonal bonuses. Teaching hours average 18-20 hours per week and teachers have 2 days off per week.

At Giraffe English School we believe: English is a beginning; Character is forever. With this philosophy in mind, we provide a highly effective educational environment where children can develop a true passion for learning English. We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic teachers to join our team!

Posted: November 2018
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LocationNanjing, Jiangsu, China
Start DateJanuary 2019
Contract Length1 Year
Eligible CandidatesESL Instructor
Student LevelEarly Childhood, Middle School
Monthly SalaryUSD 1900 - 2800
Number of Vacancies20

Job Benefits

  • 13000 - 16000 RMB ($1800- $2500/depending on experience and qualifications)
  • 3000 RMB Housing allowance
  • 5000 RMB Renewal Bonus
  • 500 RMB Monthly Travel Allowance
  • 500 RMB Seasonal Bonus
  • Teacher Referral Bonus
  • One way Flight Ticket Reimbursement
  • Commercial Insurance
  • 7 days Paid Annual Leave + 11 National Holidays + Christmas + Birthday Leave
  • Personal Leave Available
  • 3 Days Sick Leave per Year
  • Legal Work Visa Provided
  • 32 Working hours only instead of the 40 hours
  • 200RMB/ teaching hour in excess of 20 teaching hours
  • TKT Certification
  • Orientation and Continuous Professional Development
  • Accommodation Assistance and Arrival Support
  • Extra-Curricular Activities and Social Events
  • Free Chinese Classes

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
TESL/TEFL Certificate
Education RequiredBachelor
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand
Additional School Requirements
  • 21 to 45-years-old
  • More than 120 hours TEFL or TESOL certificate (with classroom courses) Or “TEFL in China” certificate (sponsorship fee is provided)
  • At least 2 years teaching experience or TEFL in China certificate
  • Positive, motivated, enthusiastic and flexible
  • Has passion for teaching children
  • Has Interest in developing their skills and experience
  • Willing to commit to a one year contract
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